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Infant Dress Pattern

Stitch a cute summer dress for a child, using the pattern with sizes ranging from infant dress pattern up to size 8. Use trim in rainbow colors to create a unique bodice with fluttery ruffled clouds. Brenda K.B. Anderson shows you how! Download the infant dress sewing pattern. For skirt and strap measurements for each…

Garbage Bag Dispenser

This garbage bag dispenser is handy for storing plastic bags from the grocery store until you can reuse them. This garbage bag holder is tube-shaped with a ribbon loop for hanging and an elastic lower edge to be sure the plastic bags don’t fall out before you need them. No matter how good you are…

Bucket Hat

Learn how to sew a bucket hat to protect your eyes and face on sunny days. With just some fabric and interfacing, Nicki LaFoille shows you how easy it is! Download the Bucket Hat pattern in sizes Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large. Nicki discusses the necessary supplies, and how to alter the…

Creative Gifts: Quick and Easy Projects

Description Book: Creative Gifts: Quick and Easy Projects Gifts you create from scratch always carry more meaning. A gift made with your own hands lets someone know that they are indeed very special. The quick and easy projects in Creative Gifts will keep you supplied with wonderful gift-giving ideas for a long time to come.…

Tote Bag with Cork Bottom Panel

Cork fabric is a fun and unique material for many projects. It is not an actual “fabric” in the traditional sense, as it is neither woven nor knitted. Instead, it is the bark of the cork oak tree pressed down into a sheet. The edges do not unravel, making it an excellent material for small…

The Only Hand-Stitching Tip You Need for Accurate Spacing

Many people tend to shy away from hand stitching because of either the length of time it takes to complete the stitching or the difficulty of ensuring that the stitches look nice and even. Ashley Hough shares a fun hand-stitching tip that makes accurately spacing your hand-sewing stitches quicker and easier. The Right Tools For…

Beanie with Animal Ears

Learn how to stitch a beanie hat using warm knit fabric, to keep you cozy and cute. Nicki LaFoille shows you how! Download the Hat Pattern, cut it out, and tape it together along the marked line. Nicki gives instructions and ideas for altering the pattern to be smaller or larger as desired. Choose your…

Sewing Room Organization Tips

Nicki LaFoille provides tips for sewing room organization and storage, so you don’t have to waste your time searching for the right fabric, pattern, or thread, and you can get right to creating! Her first tip is for storing store-bought patterns. After using a pattern, often the tissue paper is difficult to get back into…

Heart Shaped Potholder

Learn how to make a heart shaped potholder to protect your hands from heat using insulated batting. This potholder is a fun project to make as a gift, or for Valentine’s Day decor. Insulated batting is essential for making a potholder that will protect you from high heat. Regular batting can be used, but will…

Tote Bag with Fusible Fleece

Learn how to make a roomy, sturdy tote bag using twill tape for the handles, and fusible fleece to give the bag structure. Nicki LaFoille shows you how. Nicki discusses the fabric and interfacing requirements to make this sturdy tote bag. You will need ½ yard each of two fabrics for the outside, and 1…